Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
Ground Beef Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet is a delightful one-pan meal that combines ground beef with tender sweet potatoes and fresh zucchini. This hearty dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, providing a satisfying mix of flavors and textures. With the smoky notes of paprika and aromatic herbs, every bite is bursting with goodness. Easy to prepare and loaded with nutrition, this skillet recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with rice, quinoa, or a crisp salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it browns for about 5–7 minutes until no longer pink. Drain excess grease if necessary.
- Stir in sweet potato cubes and season with smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cover skillet and cook for about 10 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Add diced zucchini to the skillet; cook uncovered for another 5 minutes until zucchini is slightly soft but still crunchy.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg